Skill Development

• ATL Tinkerpreneur 2024: Atal Innovation Mission Opens Applications with Deadline on June 18

  NITI Aayog's AIM launches applications for the ATL Tinkerpreneur 2024 boot camp, offering students across India a transformative journey to develop digital skills and entrepreneurial ventures.…

• Know the Top Schemes Empowering India Through Skills Under Skill India Mission

  Dive into the Top Skill Development Schemes of India, Bridging Employment Gaps and Paving the Way for Brighter Futures…

• Top 10 Must-Have Skills for Every Farmer

  To improve farm production, income, and efficiency, every farmer must possess this set of skills.…

• Don't Miss Out on Entrepreneurial Training in Herbal Extract Business Offered by Medi-Hub, ICAR-DMAPR!

  As global demand for herbal products increases, entrepreneurs and plant enthusiasts are offered a unique opportunity to enhance their skills.…

• India Maintains 40th Position in Global Innovation Index 2023 Rankings

  The consistent improvement in India's GII ranking can be attributed to its abundant knowledge capital, a thriving start-up ecosystem, and the commendable work undertaken by both public and private research organizations.…

• PM Vishwakarma: PM Modi to Launch Support Scheme for Traditional Artisans on September 17

  ‘PM Vishwakarma’ signifies a remarkable step towards empowering artisans and preserving India's rich heritage, ensuring that traditional skills continue to thrive and contribute to the nation's growth and cultural preservation.…

• Dharmendra Pradhan Launches 3-year Partnership with Meta to Empower Students, Educators & Entrepreneurs

  The collaborative effort between the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, and Meta (formerly known as Facebook) is set to revolutionize the way India equips its youth with digital skills and fosters entrepreneurship.…

• Dharmendra Pradhan Launches Comic Book Developed by NCERT, UNESCO ‘Let’s Move Forward’

  The "Let’s Move Forward" comic book is thoughtfully designed to cater to the diverse needs of adolescents, encapsulating vital information related to the 11 thematic components of the School Health and Wellness Programme.…

• Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Giriraj Singh Launches Annual Capacity Building Plan in New Delhi

  The Minister of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Giriraj Singh, inaugurated the Annual Capacity Building Plan in New Delhi. The plan aims to enhance the skills of officials through training.…

• IIT Delhi Inks MoU with ADEK to Establish Its First Overseas Campus in Abu Dhabi

  This collaboration serves as a testament to the innovative prowess and expertise of the New India, while also strengthening the bond of friendship between India and the UAE.…

• 117 Agricultural Scientists Successfully Complete Foundation Training at ICAR-NAARM

  NAARM Director Ch. Srinivasa Rao expressed his satisfaction with the innovative training methods adopted for this batch of 117 agricultural scientists.…

• Ministry of Education Releases Report on Performance Grading Index for Districts

  The Performance Grading Index for Districts serves as a valuable tool for policymakers and education authorities, providing them with insights into the strengths and weaknesses of the school education system at the district level.…

• ATL Industry Visit: AIM and Bayer Collaborate to Foster Innovation and Learning

  By integrating practical experiences into the learning process, AIM and Bayer are paving the way for a future-ready generation of makers and innovators in India.…

• Young Farmers to Receive Training for Operating Agricultural Drones

  Haryana is a pioneer in the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) in agriculture, and this training program demonstrates the government's dedication to adopting cutting-edge technologies for the benefit of farmers.…

• ATL Tinkerpreneur 2023: Unleash Your Innovation! Register Now with Atal Innovation Mission

  To ensure a comprehensive learning experience, expert sessions on digital skills, product development, and entrepreneurship will be conducted each week under AIM.…

• NSDC & Pernod Ricard India Foundation Join Hands to Empower Tribal Women in Jharkhand

  The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Pernod Ricard India Foundation (PRIF), a CSR division of a rapidly expanding multinational alcoholic beverage company, to set up a multi-skilling center in Gumla, a district in Jharkhand, under the…

• Agricultural Journalism: Exploring Vital Role of Informing and Educating on Farming, Food Production & Industry Issues

  Agriculture plays a vital role in the economies of many countries. Millions of people rely on agriculture for food, jobs, and income. Agricultural journalism provides farmers, policy makers, and the public with up-to-date information.…

• Investments in UP Set to Create 1 Crore Jobs for Youth, Says CM Adityanath

  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on April 8 that investment proposals received at the recent Global Investors Summit will provide employment for one crore youths in the state over the next three years.…

• NABARD Offers Digital Marketing & Accounting Training to Rural Youth

  On March 28, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) wrote another success story in rural employment by providing free skill training in digital marketing and accounting to 200 young people from the socially and economically backward districts of Palakkad, Malappuram, and Kannur.…

• Skill India Certifies 910 Carpenters Involved in New Parliament Project

  As an example of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat,' India is proud that the New Parliament, an existing temple of democracy that will soon celebrate its 100th anniversary, is currently being built by our own people, our very own "Karigars" (workers).…

• Rahul Gandhi Announces 'Yuva Nidhi' Scheme for Unemployed Youth in Karnataka

  If the Congress is elected, the Yuva Nidhi Scheme will be implemented immediately in the state, according to the Congress.…

• ISRO to Organise Young Scientist Programme- ‘YUVIKA’ for Schoolkids

  Young Scientist Programme- 'Yuva Vigyani Karyakram' (YUVIKA) to teach basic knowledge on space technology, space science, and space applications to young students in developing trends in space science and technology is intended to be organised by Isro as an annual special programme for school children.…

• IIT Kanpur Launches 2-Year MTech Program on Drones; Admission Based on GATE Score

  Students would be required to complete 150 credits over a 2-year period, which would include coursework & thesis research work.…

• AITMC Ties Up with UPL SAS to Train 50,000 Agri-Entrepreneurs

  AITMC Ventures Pvt Ltd (AVPL), a leading National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) training partner, has partnered with UPL SAS, a sustainable agriculture solution provider, to train 50,000 rural agriculture entrepreneurs.…

• ISRO Offers Free Online Courses for School Children

  ISRO has issued an open call for applications for a Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems course (GIS).…

• IIM Indore, SHUATS Prayagraj Sign MoU to Offer Joint Certificate Courses in Agriculture Sector

  Agriculture is essential to everyone. We require food, fibre, and natural resources on a daily basis. Agriculture education programmes not only teach students how to be farmers, but also prepare them to be scientists, nutritionists, teachers, and a variety of other professions.…

• Universal Business School Launches India’s 1st AI University

  The Universal AI University, announced by Arundhati Bhattacharya, Chairperson and CEO of Salesforce, and Bharat Puri, Managing Director of Pidilite Industries, is the first of its kind in India and will promote skill development in all fields through the use of technology.…

• SKUAST-K Imparts Entrepreneurship Skills to Educated Women in 6-Week Training Programme

  The Vegetable Science Division of Sher-i-Kashmir University of Agricultural Science and Technology (SKUAST) has launched an initiative to teach educated women entrepreneurship skills so that they can start their own businesses.…

• J&K Tops Among States/UTs to Achieve Significant Growth in Aspirational Districts, Towns, Blocks & Panchayats

  Jammu & Kashmir is the first among many states and UTs to achieve Aspirational Districts, Aspirational Towns, Aspirational Blocks, and Aspirational Panchayats, which has resulted in remarkable development at the grassroot level across J&K.…

• UNDP India, NITI Ayog & AIM Jointly Launches 5th Edition of Youth Co:Lab for Young Entrepreneurs

  Youth have exuberance, ideas, and zeal to change the world, and giving them every opportunity can result in long-term change.…

• More Than 6000 Farmers Receive Training Under Sustainable Castor Programme

  Over 6,200 farmers have been trained, audited and certified under project Pragati, the sustainable castor programme being implemented over past six years in Gujarat.…

• Odisha Govt Plans to Train 2,000 Women in Rubber Slipper Manufacturing

  The Odisha government and the Rubber, Chemical, and Petrochemical Skill Development Council (RCPSDC) are working together to train women self-help group members in footwear manufacturing.…

• ISB Signs MoU with Odisha Govt to Enable Women Empowerment & Rural Prosperity Through Sustainable Forest Economy

  Indian School of Business (ISB) and Department of Mission Shakti, Government of Odisha signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to enable women's economic empowerment & rural prosperity through a sustainable forest economy.…

• MoU with New Zealand to Improve Sheep Husbandry Sector: ACS Atal Dulloo

  Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) of Agriculture Production Department announced a plan of action for increasing exports, including improvements to germplasm, expansion of animal health facilities, increased fodder production and availability, and post-production initiatives such as meat processing.…

• Delhi University Launches Financial Support Scheme for Students

  Such financial support interventions are commendable in order to achieve the high-quality and egalitarian education system required for India's future economic, social, cultural, and intellectual progress & growth.…

• Good News!! Joining this Bihar Coaching Institute Cost You Only 18 Saplings

  Aunique Institute in Bihar's hinterland is attempting to address two pressing issues at the same time: global warming & unemployment. It is a coaching institute with an admission fee of only 18 plants.…

• Nauni Varsity & FAO Introduces Certificate course on 'Sustainable and Local Food Systems'

  The course's goal is to help current and future food system innovators create or transform localised food systems based on farm landscape diversification through agroecology.…

• SciGenom & CHARUSAT University Announces Industry Focused Ph.D. Program

  While working in SciGenom, students will be able to participate in research activities with scientists from multiple international universities and independent research institutions to find solutions to real-world problems that plague humanity.…

• India Ranks 3rd in Terms of Start-Up Ecosystem & Unicorns: Dr Jitendra Singh

  India ranks third among the most appealing investment destinations for technology transactions in the world due to its strong focus on science and technology.…

• Chandigarh University Collaborates with Punjab Remote Sensing Centre for Resource Management & Disaster Mitigation

  A Centre of Excellence for Geoinformatics and Remote Sensing was also established in the Department of Civil Engineering at Chandigarh University, with the goal of encouraging various initiatives, including government missions that play critical roles in implementing and monitoring the schemes via satellite data and…

• Kerala Agri University Launches Participatory Learning Module for UG Students

  Officials at Kerala Agricultural University said the new programme would help students gain a comprehensive understanding of the issues and potential institutional interventions to improve farmers' livelihoods.…

• BRLF and BTC to Implement a High-Impact Project on “Transforming the Lives of Bodoland Tribes”

  The high-impact project to transform the socio-economic condition of the tribes and the Adivasis of the Bodoland region will contribute to their sustainable development.…

• MSDE Launches DBT Scheme to Provide Direct Monetary Assistance to Apprentices

  Union Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, and Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, lauded the initiative, saying that apprenticeship is getting a big boost under Skill India. He stated that the first batch of apprentices had stipend subsidies deposited into their accounts through DBT under the National…

• UGC Introduces Shodh Chakra Initiative to Help Research Scholars

  The initiative's features include providing resources for research scholars, interacting with guides and scholars, tracking work progress, administrative monitoring activities, and statistics on ongoing research areas in India.…

• Corporates Partners commit to UQ’s Australia-First Carbon Literacy Program

  PwC Australia and Boeing Australia employees completed UQ Business School's Carbon Literacy Program, the country's first accredited training for corporate organizations.…

• Agriculture Minister Launches a Mobile Agri Knowledge Centre-'Shashwat Bharat Krushi Rath' in Gwalior

  According to a TEFF statement, the centre will also provide information on appropriate market connections, post-harvest technologies, and government schemes and policies concerning agriculture and related businesses/start-ups…

• SEA & Solidaridad set up a Farmers’ Training-cum-Resource Centre in Bundi

  It stated that through its field demonstrations, this centre is establishing demonstration trials of good agricultural practices and women-friendly technologies, while also analyzing and documenting case studies of demonstrated trials for further promotion and sharing with stakeholders about well-proven sustainable technologies and practices.…

• Ambuja Cement Foundation Improves the Lives of Rural Youth in Chhattisgarh

  Ambuja Cements Limited, as a socially responsible company, has always supported socio-economic development initiatives in rural India. To further this vision, Ambuja Cement Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the organization has consistently focused on initiatives like Skill Development, health & sanitation, rural infrastructure…

• ICAR-CRIJAF Organized Training on ‘Designing & Making of Customised Jute Bags’

  The ICAR-Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibres, Barrackpore, West Bengal organized a week-long skill development program on “Designing and Making of Customised Jute Bags” for farm women under DST SEED sponsored project on Technological and economic empowerment of SC farm families through jute…

• Skill India Launches AI-based ASEEM Portal for Sustainable Livelihood Opportunities

  The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) today launched ‘Aatmanirbhar Skilled Employee Employer Mapping (ASEEM)’ portal to help skilled people find sustainable livelihood opportunities. The ASEEM portal, will provide employers with a platform to assess the availability of skilled workforce and formulate their hiring…